The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
FamilySearch Social Media Content Creator - Paid Internship Job at The Church of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lehi, UT, US, 84043
Job Description
Ready to tell stories that matter? Join our fun, tight-knit team creating social media content that connects millions of people to their family history and heritage. We're looking for a creative storyteller who can find the heart in every story and turn it into scroll-stopping content.
POSITION DETAILS
Qualifications
Preferred:
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
Build your portfolio with high-quality, purpose-driven content for a global organization with millions of followers worldwide. Gain hands-on experience in brand storytelling, influencer relations, trend-tracking, and social media strategy while developing skills that will set you apart in the social media industry.
To Apply: Submit your resume along with 2-3 examples of content demonstrating your ability to capture compelling narratives, simplify complex topics, and leverage social media trends.
About Us
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
Ready to tell stories that matter? Join our fun, tight-knit team creating social media content that connects millions of people to their family history and heritage. We're looking for a creative storyteller who can find the heart in every story and turn it into scroll-stopping content.
POSITION DETAILS
- Compensation: $17-$20/hour depending on experience
- Duration: 3-month internship with possibility of extension
- Commitment: 12 hours per week with flexible scheduling
- Location: Utah preferred; hybrid (in-person/remote) work environment
- Equipment: Your phone (we provide microphones!)
- Story Discovery & Creation (Primary Focus): Spend 12 hours per week discovering authentic stories at the FamilySearch Library, local FamilySearch Centers, institutes, and through your personal network
- Conduct interviews that make people comfortable to share their most meaningful family stories and connections
- Create 3-5 pieces of content per week tailored to different audiences
- Transform raw footage into polished social media content using CapCut and Canva
- Translate complex FamilySearch features into engaging, easy-to-understand content that clearly communicates value
- Stay ahead of social media trends and create content that leverages trending formats, sounds, and styles while remaining on-brand
- Identify and connect with influencers in the genealogy, family history, and lifestyle spaces; pitch and coordinate collaboration opportunities
- Brainstorm creative content ideas and campaign concepts with the team
- Create and manage content calendars and tracking spreadsheets to monitor channel and post growth
- Meet weekly deadlines and work effectively under pressure while maintaining content quality
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in college or recent graduate (within one year of graduation)
- Passion for family history and connecting people to their heritage
- Strong interviewing skills with ability to make people comfortable and draw out authentic, emotional stories
- Eye for visual storytelling with ability to identify and incorporate compelling visuals into engaging content
- Strong writing skills with ability to craft compelling captions, scripts, and copy
- Demonstrate ability to simplify complex information into digestible social media content
- Proven track record of creating trend-aware content (portfolio required-please provide 2-3 examples)
- Proficiency in CapCut and Canva for video editing and graphic design
- Excellent communicator and people person who thrives connecting with diverse individuals
- Process and deadline-driven with strong organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Own smartphone capable of shooting quality video content
Preferred:
- Experience in social media management and metrics tracking
- Experience reaching out to and collaborating with influencers or content creators
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
Build your portfolio with high-quality, purpose-driven content for a global organization with millions of followers worldwide. Gain hands-on experience in brand storytelling, influencer relations, trend-tracking, and social media strategy while developing skills that will set you apart in the social media industry.
To Apply: Submit your resume along with 2-3 examples of content demonstrating your ability to capture compelling narratives, simplify complex topics, and leverage social media trends.
About Us
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.